Relief Emergency Shelter Counselor

Center for Youth Services • City of Rochester, NY

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About The Position

The Center for Youth operates a free, confidential, voluntary, 13-bed emergency shelter for youth ages 12–17 for stays of up to 30 days. Counselors provide nonjudgmental, individualized support to help youth reunite with their families or find alternative stable housing. This is a relief, part-time role with hours that may include days, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Pay is $17 per hour. Offers may be contingent on a background check and on a driving record and automobile insurance that meet the agency’s insurance carrier requirements.

Requirements

• High school degree, GED, or equivalent combination.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Skills in counseling approaches and techniques.
• Crisis prevention skills.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• One year of human service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise wake-up, clean-up, daily chores, and bedtime.
• Distribute medications and complete appropriate documentation.
• Liaise with the Intake and Emergency Shelter Support (Counseling) teams.
• Provide individual counseling and mentoring.
• Respond after hours to youth in need, including assessment and intake.
• Develop and supervise social, cultural, and recreational activities.
• Provide crisis and conflict prevention, intervention, and response.
• Maintain accurate and timely program records.
• Maintain the facility and grounds.
• Plan and prepare daily meals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED